La Jota Merlot Howell Mountain 2021 Bottle:6 Last year the dog was

Last year the dog was easy to spot celebrating that year’s zodiac sign

This production process (Charmat method) is used to produce Prosecco

James Suckling 90 points - Fresh and fruity red with hints of candied lemon and lemon grass

compelling midpalate

silky tannins underscore the lush black cherry and currant flavors

La Jota Merlot Howell Mountain 2021 Bottle:6 Last year the dog was96 James Suckling Lots of blackberries, blueberries and hints of crushed stones with some almonds and nuts. Full and velvety tannins with a juicy texture and a long and flavorful finish. Shows length and polish. A blend of 93% merlot, 5% petit verdot and 2% tannat. 674 cases produced. Needs time to soften and come together. Best after 2026. 95 Jeb Dunnuck The 2021 Merlot Howell Mountain checks in as 93% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, and 2% Tannat, with the